To make a day use reservation
for Yosemite National Park
go to Recreation dot gov.
If you have an account, make sure you're signed in.
If not, you will need to make one prior to making your reservation.
In the search bar, begin typing 'Yosemite National Park
Ticketed Entry' and click on it when it pops up.
Don't forget to read the 'Overview' and 'Need to Know' sections for all the
details about choosing the right reservation option for you.
Once you're ready, scroll up to 'Reserve Tickets.'
Under the 'Tickets' drop down menu, select
'Day Use Entry.'
Then under 'Quantity' select the option that applies to you.
Remember, you only need one per vehicle.
Close that window, then select your date.
Some dates show 'A' for 'Available' but then once you go to select the time
they say 'Not Yet Released'.
This is referring to the 20% of reservations that will become
available two days in advance at 7 a.m. Pacific time.
If you want to reserve
tickets now and are flexible with dates, select a different date and go to the
time drop-down menu.
Select 5:00 a.m.
Don't worry, you don't have to be to Yosemite at 5:00 a.m.
Day-use reservations are just valid
starting at 5:00 a.m. until 11 p.m.
Make sure you have the right options and date
selected and then click 'Continue to Booking.'
On this page go through the
'Need to Know' information and then check the box certifying that you've read it.
Now you can click 'Proceed to Cart' and make your payment.
Once you are done paying
you will get a confirmation email.
Make sure to save or print this email
and bring it with you to the park.
You will show it at the entrance gate with
your photo ID.